Chemistry
Compare :
(a) sodium atom and sodium ion
(b) chlorine atom and chloride ion
with respect to
- atomic structure
- electrical state
- chemical action
- toxicity
Answer
(a) Comparison between sodium atom and sodium ion:
| Property | Sodium Atom | Sodium Ion |
|---|---|---|
| Atomic Structure | It has one electron in M shell. | It has 8 electrons in L shell. |
| Electrical State | It is neutral. | It is positively charged. |
| Chemical Action | It is very Active. | It is inactive. |
| Toxicity | It is poisonous. | It is non-poisonous. |
(b) Comparison between chlorine atom and chloride ion:
| Property | Chlorine Atom | Chloride Ion |
|---|---|---|
| Atomic Structure | It has 7 electrons in M shell. | It has 8 electrons in M shell. |
| Electrical State | It is neutral. | It is negatively charged. |
| Chemical Action | It is very Active. | It is inactive. |
| Toxicity | It is poisonous. | It is non-poisonous. |
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